Fuk Tak Temple, Shau Kei Wan, Chinese temple in Shau Kei Wan, Hong Kong.
Description
Fuk Tak Temple is a Chinese temple in Shau Kei Wan featuring traditional two-hall architecture with a central pavilion. The interior displays elaborate wooden carvings, deity statues, and red paper lanterns characteristic of such sacred spaces.
History
The temple was founded in 1877 at the junction of Shau Kei Wan Main Street East and Kam Wa Street, reflecting the area's early development. Major renovations in 1905 and 1974 preserved its structure and kept it functioning to the present day.
Culture
The temple serves as a daily place of worship where locals light incense sticks and seek blessings from the deities. The faithful observe traditional rituals that mark the community's yearly rhythm and spiritual life.
Practical
The temple is located on Kam Wah Street and welcomes visitors throughout the week. Travelers arriving by MTR should use Shau Kei Wan Station and follow signs to Exit B1 for convenient access.
Did you know?
The temple houses an ensemble of deities representing different aspects of daily life and the cosmos beyond the main City God. Visitors find specialized deities like Tai Sui and the Earth God To Ti, making it a multifaceted sacred space.
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